The Order of Military Merit (Hangul: 무공훈장, Hanja: 武功勳章) is the primary military decoration awarded by the South Korean government.
The order is awarded in one of five classes, as follows.
1st class: 太極, Taegeuk (Taegeuk Cordon or Grand Cordon) – Taegeuk Cordon of the Order of Military Merit is the highest decoration for military bravery and valour awarded by the government of South Korea. Members of the armed forces of South Korea, as well of its allies, are eligible for the award.
2nd class: 乙支, Eulji (Field Marshal Lord Eulji Cordon)
3rd class: 忠武, Chungmu (Lord High Admiral Chungmu Cordon)
4th class: 花郞, Hwarang (Youth Military Corps Cordon)
5th class: 仁憲, Inheon (Field Marshal Lord Inheon Cordon)